Modern Cosmetic Lighting
Bloom is a concept resulting from lighting redesign project that focused on design process, research, form development, and CAD.
The Problem
Representative Mirror
Natural daylight is known to be the best light source to use while applying cosmetics. The natural light range offers an excellent color rendering index (CRI) for ensuring cosmetics blend correctly. Lighted makeup mirrors attempt to provide users with comparable light, but in most cases fall short due to poor light quality/brightness, ergonomics, and overall user experience. Critical design considerations include:
- Brightness
- Color Temperature
- Color Rendering Index (CRI)
- Ergonomics
- Aesthetics
Mindmapping
Synthesis
“The switch is located on the cord and is very tight, so if you get out of the shower and your hands are moist, it’s hard to turn on”
“This mirror is very disappointing. It has a very limited tilt range so you to bring your head down so you see yourself.”
Form Development
Ideation + Form Refinement
Mood
Features
Ball-in-Socket Joint
The ball in socket joint allows the mirror to pivot in any direction easily. This allows the user to easily adjust the mirror viewing angle with one hand.
Ball in socket joint
Work Space
The mirror base makes a natural dish to hold cosmetics and brushes during the application process
Base forms dish to hold cosmetics and brushes
